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- the present invention is directed towards a method of implementing a Cardiac Emergency Readiness (“CER”) program that assists victims of sudden cardiac arrest, the program comprises surveying a location to determine the need for Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs), assisting in purchasing and installing the AEDs, preparing an emergency response plan and providing support services, such as assisting in preparing a legal and public relations support plan.
- CER Cardiac Emergency Readiness
- CPR cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- AEDs are devices that jolt the heart with electricity to restart the heart's beating.
- AEDs on the market are designed to be used by non-medical personnel. These devices are simple to use, incorporating such user-friendly features as voice prompting during the operation of the device, and safety mechanisms that prevent the device from injuring a heart attack sufferer. When tested with third graders, 90% of them were able to satisfactorily operate the AEDs. Besides the ease of use, the price of AEDs has dropped in recent years and has become affordable to a wide range of individuals and institutions. The technology has made it possible for lay personnel to safely and effectively administer assistance to cardiac arrest victims in almost any surrounding.
- the invention is directed to a method for installing a turnkey cardiac emergency readiness program that allows lay personnel to aid victims of cardiac arrest and prevent serious injury or death.
- the program comprises assistance in every facet of implementing the program, including purchasing, placement, and training on the use of AEDs, helping to develop an emergency response plan designating the duties of on-site personnel, providing legal and public relations support related to the program, and an indemnification plan in case of a lawsuit.
- the program may also certify that the individual or organization has implemented the cardiac emergency program, informing the public that the site is prepared to handle a cardiac arrest emergency.
- FIG. 1 is a flowchart showing the steps in the method of implementing a cardiac emergency readiness program of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 shows a location schedule for tracking the cardiac emergency readiness program of the present invention.
- the present invention is directed towards a method of implementing a Cardiac Emergency Readiness (“CER”) program.
- the program comprises supplying automatic external defibrillators (“AED”) to individuals and institutions, and implementing a comprehensive cardiac emergency response plan.
- AED automatic external defibrillators
- any organization where emergency medical services cannot be on location within 4-6 minutes of a sudden cardiac arrest would benefit from implementing the program. After 4-6 minutes, the odds of resuscitating a cardiac arrest victim or other favorable outcome is greatly diminished, with the chances of survival reduced 7-10% for each minute of delay.
- the method of the present invention is designed to provide a turnkey solution to implementing and maintaining a comprehensive CER program, starting from the initial purchase of the AEDs and extending to every facet of supporting the program, including public relations support and legal support.
- FIG. 1 shows a flow chart 100 outlining the steps in implementing a preferred embodiment of the CER program.
- the program calls for conducting a site survey 102 of the premises to determine the need for AEDs, and if appropriate, the number of AEDs and optimal placement of each AED on the premises. It is generally recommended that AEDs be placed within a three-minute response time of any location, since irreversible damage can occur after that time period.
- the program helps an individual or institution handle the medical authorization process 104 by assisting in obtaining all of the necessary state and local permits for the purchase and use of the AED.
- the program then develops a customized emergency response plan 106 that specifies how to deal with incidents of sudden cardiac arrest.
- the plan includes contacting local emergency personnel to familiarize them with the CER program.
- the plan provides details, such as who should contact an emergency medical specialist (“EMS”), who is qualified to use the AED, and who should meet the ambulance.
- EMS emergency medical specialist
- the program also provides training 114 to the personnel who will use the AED.
- the training is offered by instructors from the program or through certified instructors from various other organizations such as the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- the program After the AEDs are in place, the program provides periodic inspections 116 to ensure the AEDs are operational and accessible and that trained personnel are stationed nearby. The inspections of the AEDs will check its overall condition, including its electrodes and batteries. In addition to or in place of inspection by an employee of the CER program, an employee of the program will contact a designated person at the site on a periodic basis to ensure the AEDs have been inspected and trained personnel are available.
- the program also provides replacement of all supplies needed for the operation of the AEDs, including its electrodes and batteries 116 .
- the supplies are provided either free or at cost depending on the nature of the program.
- the electrodes have a shelf life, unopened, of approximately two years and are replaced if found to be defective or worn. Similarly, if a battery fails or becomes worn, a replacement battery is provided.
- the program provides an AED usage review 112 to ensure that it has functioned properly and is still in working condition.
- the program may also offer an evaluation of the emergency to help improve the response of personnel involved. The evaluation would include, in part, analyzing the performance of the personnel participating in the program, the adequacy of the training, the procedures used during the emergency, and the placement of the AED's. Additionally, counseling may be provided to victims and their families to help cope with the emotional trauma of the event.
- the program also provides various other support services, such as helping to develop a public relations and a legal support plan 110 .
- the public relations plan is aimed at generating goodwill towards the individual or institution implementing the CER program. It includes preparing a public relations announcement informing the public of the CER program. It provides guidance in recruiting volunteers to participate in the program and guidance on preparing newsletters discussing the CER program and other general health related information.
- the program also provides legal advice and information to help limit the liability of the individual or institution and to ensure that they are in compliance with all legal requirements associated with the CER program, and in particular the use of the AEDs. For example, information on local “Good Samaritan” laws that limit the liability of persons rendering assistance to injured victims, and laws relating to the technical requirements of the AEDs and persons qualified to use the AEDs are provided. However, in the event that a lawsuit is brought against the individual or institution, the program provides litigation support in the form of references to legal counsel and expert written legal opinions on the proper jurisdictional standard of care on the use of an AED. For customers requiring additional assurance, the program offers an Indemnification Plan to indemnify the AED owner, employees and others against claims regarding proper use of the AED. In such a case, the program coordinates with the individual's or institution's insurance carrier to ensure proper liability coverage. As an added benefit, a life insurance policy covering victims of cardiac arrest on the premises may be provided.
- the individual or institution After purchasing the AEDs and implementing the program, the individual or institution is certified 118 as having met the standards of the program. The certification informs the public that the individual or institution has established an effective cardiac arrest program that could potentially save their lives.
- a second embodiment of the invention provides a method for implementing the CER program as described above, without the auditing steps included in the preferred embodiment.
- the program assists in setting up the CER program, but does not continually monitor the maintenance of the program.
- the method of the second embodiment comprises the same steps as the preferred embodiment with the omission of the certification step 118 , and the periodic inspection and replacement of parts step 116 .
- the supplies may be provided free or at cost depending on the nature of the program.
- FIG. 2 shows a location schedule 200 that assists in tracking an individual's or institution's CER program.
- the chart 200 has multiple location boxes 210 that contain information relating to each site where AEDs are located.
- the location box contains the name of the person responsible for the AED 212 , the address 214 where the AED is located, the contact person 216 who is authorized to use the AED, the phone number 218 where the contact person can be reached, and the number of AEDs at the site 220 .
- the chart 200 is provided for illustrative purposes, and is not meant to limit the scope or breadth of the invention. The chart may be modified to include more information, or omit information without departing from the scope of the invention.
- FIG. 1 illustrates a preferred embodiment of the steps of the invention.
- the steps may be performed in a variety of sequences depending on the circumstances involved. For example, if the procedure for obtaining permits for the purchase and use of an AED is a long and protracted process, one could initiate this process before conducting an on-site survey to determine the number of AEDs needed. Also, training may be provided on AEDs that are loaned to the premises for the exclusive purpose of training, before the procurement of permits or the purchase of the AEDs. Also certain steps shown in FIG. 1 may be omitted without departing from the scope of the invention, as exemplified by the second embodiment.
- the program is also designed to be implemented by current owners of AEDs.
- the program allows current owners to implement all aspects of the AED program, other than those related to the purchase of an AED, and certifies them as having met the standards set out in the program.
- Current owners of an AED are able to reduce the costs incurred to set up the program by already having purchased AEDs.
- the program provides an important service for individuals and companies to offer their patrons who then have the comfort of knowing that the site is capable of handling cardiac emergency situations. For example, hotels can market this service to their senior citizens, in the hopes that eventually, senior citizens may choose their hotels, based in part, on the certification program. The benefits of the program will prompt many businesses to proudly display their certification seal.
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